Pakistan Pharmacists Association

31/08/2026

*PRESS RELEASE*
A meeting of Law, Ethics and disciplinary Committee ppc was held on 31st August, 2026 in the Office of the Punjab Pharmacy Council, Huma Block, Allama Iqbal Town, Lahore to deliberate on the agenda implementation of Pharmacy Services/practices and declaration of A category Pharmacists as Independent Prescribers.
Following Members participated in the meeting and provided valuable insights included:
Mr. Shoaib Hakeem,convener
Prof. Dr. Zaka Ur Rehman as secretary of committe
Dr. Munawar Hayat,member
Mr. Muhammad Anis,member
Dr. Kalim Ullah,member
Mr. Sardar Shabbir Ahmed (Online)Coopted member
Dr. Abdur Rasheed (Online) Coopted member
After detailed deliberations, it was unanimously agreed that the draft prepared by the Committee regarding the implementation of Pharmacy Services will be presented before the Punjab Pharmacy Council meeting scheduled for 1st September 2026 for discussion and finalization
The Council will also frame bye-laws defining the scope of Pharmacy Practice and Services that may be rendered by Category-A registered Pharmacists, including a comprehensive Code of Ethics clearly specifying their professional responsibilities, permissible practices, and limitations.
This is an important step towards strengthening and modernizing Pharmacy Practice and empowering Pharmacists to contribute more effectively to patient care.

28/08/2026

Mr. Alamgir Rao, President PPA Centre addressing with Young Pharmacists from Different cities of Punjab regrading Implementation of Pharmacy Services across Pakistan

25/08/2026

Well done Prof. Dr. Mirza Tasawar Baig, Press Secretary, PPA Centre, and Secretary, Pharmacy Council Sindh, for taking this important issue forward with the Sindh Healthcare Commission.

Pharmacy Services implementation across Pakistan is coming soon, Insha’Allah.

20/08/2026

PPA media coverage

19/08/2026

Thanks for valuable time and listening the voice of PPA. Hoping for its implementation in true letter and spirit

19/08/2026

19/08/2026

پاکستان فارماسسٹ ایسوسی ایشن کے وفد نے صدر پاکستان فارماسسٹ ایسوسی ایشن، عالمگیر راؤ کی سربراہی میں چیف ایگزیکٹو آفیسر DRAP، ڈاکٹر عبیداللہ صاحب سے ملاقات کی۔ وفد نے انہیں حکومتِ پاکستان کی جانب سے ستارۂ امتیاز کے لیے نامزد ہونے پر دلی مبارکباد پیش کی اور صحت کے شعبے میں ان کی گرانقدر خدمات کو خراجِ تحسین پیش کیا۔

ملاقات کے دوران فارمیسی پروفیشن اور فارماسسٹ برادری کو درپیش اہم امور پر تفصیلی تبادلۂ خیال کیا گیا، جن میں فارمیسی ایکٹ میں مجوزہ ترامیم، فارمیسی سروسز کا مؤثر نفاذ، فارماسسٹس کے پریسکرپشن رائٹس، انڈیپنڈنٹ پریسکرپشن، فارماسیوٹیکل انڈسٹری میں روزگار کے بہتر مواقع، تنخواہوں اور سروس اسٹرکچر میں بہتری، اور فارماکوویجیلنس آفیسرز کی تقرری شامل تھے۔

ڈاکٹر عبیداللہ صاحب نے پاکستان فارماسسٹ ایسوسی ایشن کی جانب سے فارماسسٹ برادری کی فلاح و بہبود، پیشہ ورانہ ترقی اور عوام کو معیاری فارمیسی خدمات کی فراہمی کے لیے کی جانے والی کاوشوں کو سراہا اور وفد کا شکریہ ادا کیا۔

پاکستان فارماسسٹ ایسوسی ایشن فارماسسٹ برادری کے حقوق، پیشہ ورانہ وقار اور صحت کے نظام میں فارماسسٹ کے مؤثر کردار کے فروغ کے لیے اپنی جدوجہد جاری رکھے گی۔

19/08/2026

A delegation of the Pakistan Pharmacists Association (PPA) led by M. Alamgir Rao, President PPA Centre; Prof. Dr. Furqan Hashmi, General Secretary; Imran Ahmad Mumtaz; Dr. Kalim Ullah; Khaqan Babar; Mahesh Kumar; and Ms. Misbah Noureen met with Mr. Mustafa Kamal, Federal Minister for Health, to discuss key professional and policy matters concerning pharmacists and pharmacy services in Pakistan and importance of Pharmacists in healthcare systems. Dr Obaid Ullah Malik CEO DRAP and Dr. Zaeem Zia DG Health MoNHSRC were also present in the meeting.

The delegation presented the following key agenda points:

1. Amendments to Pharmacy Act 1967 – Proposed reforms to strengthen the regulatory framework, professional representation, and scope of pharmacy practice.
2. Implementation of Pharmacy Services under DRAP Act 2012 – Emphasized effective implementation and expansion of pharmacy services to improve patient care and ensure rational use of medicines.
3. Independent Prescribing by Qualified Pharmacists – Discussed introducing an appropriate regulatory framework for pharmacists to prescribe within defined limits and competencies.
4. Permanent Secretary, Pharmacy Council of Pakistan – Highlighted the need for appointment of a permanent Secretary with a basic degree in Pharmacy to ensure effective and professional functioning of P*P.
5. Harmonization of Pharmacy Registration, Licensing & Services – Discussed uniform standards for pharmacist registration, licensing, and pharmacy services across Pakistan.
6. Establishment of Pharmacovigilance Services across the country
7. Immunization and HIV early detection Services at community pharmacies
8. Establishment of ICT Pharmacy Council at Islamabad
The Federal Minister for Health appreciated the concerns raised by PPA and assured the delegation of his support and commitment to address the discussed matters at the relevant forums for the betterment of the pharmacy profession and healthcare system.

PPA welcomes the Minister’s positive assurance and looks forward to meaningful progress on these important professional and policy issues.

18/08/2026

A Step Forward for Pharmacy Services in Punjab 💊🇵🇰

Alhamdulillah! A significant step forward as the Punjab Pharmacy Council initiates work on the implementation of Pharmacy Services, including the progressive role of pharmacists as independent prescribers within an appropriate regulatory framework.

We sincerely appreciate Prof. Dr. Zaka Ur Rehman, Secretary, Punjab Pharmacy Council, for his positive approach, valuable engagement, and support for the professional aspirations of pharmacists.

InshaAllah, through the joint efforts of PPA and Punjab Pharmacy Council, we will translate this vision into evidence-based, structured, and sustainable pharmacist-led services for better patient care and a stronger healthcare system.

🤝 Together for the future of Pharmacy.
💊 Together for better healthcare.

InshaAllah, the future is ours! 🇵🇰💚